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Alan Frank Blackwell, Cambridge GB

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20100306665

INTELLIGENT BACKWARD RESOURCE NAVIGATION - A system for navigating among resources includes a target detection module detecting whether a first resource has been branched from to two other different resources and a backward navigation module operable to detect selection of a backward navigation button and cause navigation to the first resource. A method includes designating a target resource accessible via a backward navigation button in a first browser session, detecting selection of the backward navigation button in a second browser session, and navigating to the target resource in the second browser session. The method can involve detecting hovering of a pointer icon over the backward navigation button and responsively presenting a thumbnail of a resource associated with the backward navigation button.

12-02-2010

Amy L.o. Blackwell, Pearland, TX US

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20130048279

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR PRODUCING OIL AND/OR GAS - A system for producing oil and/or gas from an underground formation comprising a well above the formation; a mechanism to inject an enhanced oil recovery formulation into the formation, the enhanced oil recovery formulation comprising water and an additive; and a mechanism to produce oil and/or gas from the formation.

02-28-2013

Andrew Blackwell, Kings Langley AU

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20100108064

SYSTEMS AND/OR METHODS FOR GUIDING TRANSITIONS BETWEEN THERAPY MODES IN CONNECTION WITH TREATMENT AND/OR DIAGNOSIS OF SLEEP-DISORDERED BREATHING - In certain example embodiments, a system and/or method of guiding transitions between therapy modes in connection with the treatment and/or diagnosis of a patient for a respiratory disorder is/are provided. Respiratory disorder treatment according to a first therapy mode is provided. Input indicating a second therapy mode to be transitioned to following provision of the first therapy mode is received, with the second therapy mode being different from the first therapy mode. At least one default treatment parameter suitable for the second therapy mode is assigned or calculated. Each default treatment parameter of the second therapy mode is presented, with each default treatment parameter being adjustable by an operator during the presenting. Transitioning from the first therapy mode to the second therapy mode is performed by providing respiratory disorder treatment in accordance with the second therapy mode and each default treatment parameter and any adjustments made thereto prior to the transitioning. Advantageously, the chances of a patient being disturbed by transitioning from mode-to-mode are reduced.

05-06-2010

Arshavir Blackwell, Culver City, CA US

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20140089084

GENERATION OF ADVERTISING TARGETING INFORMATION BASED UPON AFFINITY INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM AN ONLINE SOCIAL NETWORK - Systems and methods for automatically generating targeting information for presentation of an offer in accordance with embodiments of the invention are disclosed. One embodiment includes indexing member profiles within one or more social networks for affinity to keywords using a targeting system that retrieves data concerning member profiles and activities from servers within an online social network, identifying member profiles that have affinity for at least one offer keyword using the targeting system and the index, identifying additional keywords for which the identified member profiles have affinity using the targeting system and the index, determining a set of keywords that target a desired audience based upon the identified additional keywords using the targeting server, and targeting presentation of advertisements for the specific offer to members of an online social network using the online social network and the targeting keywords determined by the targeting server.

03-27-2014

Benjamin Roberts Blackwell, Hickory, NC US

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20130051742

DROP CABLE ASSEMBLY - A drop cable assembly has a drop cable and an outer sheath formed around the drop cable that encloses and reinforces the drop cable. The drop cable is accommodated within a cavity of the outer sheath and includes strength members.

Brian Blackwell, Avila Beach, CA US

Christopher J. Blackwell, Garrettsvile, OH US

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20130048221

Adhesive Acrylate-Olefin Copolymers, Methods for Producing Same and Compositions Utilizing Same - The present invention relates to an adhesive compositions, facestocks and/or packaging labels containing same, where such compositions, facestocks and/or labels are designed to facilitate the recyclability of a plastic article formed from any suitable polymer or mixture of polymers (e.g., a polyethylene terephthalate (PET), high density polyethylene (HDPE), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), low density polyethylene (LDPE), polypropylene (PP), polystyrene (PS), or others of all plastic types), or even glass bottles. In another embodiment, the present invention relates to a method for removing an adhesive composition, facestock and/or packaging label containing same, from a plastic article that is to be recycled.

02-28-2013

Cormac Blackwell, Dublin IE

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20090132368

Systems and Methods for Providing Personalized Advertisement - A method for providing personalized advertisement to a first user. The method includes the steps of: displaying a first advertisement to users; defining segments for a user community preference; assigning each of the users to one of the segments in response to the user's level of interest in the user community preference; identifying a first group of the users interested in the first advertisement; identifying a second group of the users not interested in the first advertisement; determining the percentage of the first group of users assigned to the segment; determining the percentage of the second group of users assigned to the segment; determining whether each segment is an indicator for user interest in the first advertisement by comparing the two percentages associated with the segment; and targeting a second advertisement to users assigned to the segment if the segment is an indicator for user interest in the first advertisement.

05-21-2009

Crystal Morgan Blackwell, Atlanta, GA US

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20150310278

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR BEHAVIORAL RECOGNITION AND INTERPRETRATION OF ATTRACTION - A mobile system for identifying behavior of being physical attracted towards an individual includes a portable computing device carried by a user having at least one camera. For this system, interested individuals are those that exhibit behavioral indications of physical attraction, referred to here as a “check out”. The software includes an individual detector technique, such as infrared, that detects the presence of individuals in the proximity of the device's camera. The software further includes a body position identifier that determines whether an individual detected by the individual detector is facing the portable device.

10-29-2015

Dane Blackwell, Calgary CA

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20090061898

Methods and Apparatus for Providing Location Data with Variable Validity and Quality - Methods, systems and computer program products for determining a location of a device based on location information are described. In some implementations, location assist information may be requested so as to determine a location of sufficient quality to satisfy a requesting application. Upon receiving the location assist information, empherides from one or more visible sources may be requested. The location assist information may be used to determine the location of the device until the device has received and decoded the empherides.

03-05-2009

20090167599

Location Based Services Information Storage and Transport - Methods, systems and computer program products for providing an adaptive active location information gathering algorithm are described. Specifically, significant information density gains can be achieved by using an adaptive active location information gathering algorithm. The adaptive algorithm may select a compression and decompression encoding appropriate to deliver maximum information density while being adjusted automatically to accommodate variations including velocity and duration changes within a defined reporting period to ensure versatility and maximum efficiency.

07-02-2009

20110295740

System And Method For Secure Transactions - A secure transaction system includes an image generator configured to generate human readable characters, a random placement generator coupled to the image generator, and an encoding system configured to encode the human readable characters in a data stream in an order determined by the placement generator, wherein the transaction system is configured to transmit the data stream to a user interface and to receive a selected data stream from the user interface. Also included is a method for secure transaction processing including receiving an encoded data stream representative of a plurality of human readable characters positioned in a random order, selecting a human readable character from the plurality of human readable characters, and transmitting a portion of an encoded data stream representative of the selected human readable character.

METHODS AND SYSTEMS FOR PROVIDING EFFICIENT TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES - Methods and systems for more efficiently providing telecommunications services are provided. A menu of options may be presented to a user upon detecting that the user has attempted to connect a call to a recipient. If the user selects an option before a predetermined amount of time has elapsed, the actions associated with that option may be performed instead of setting up a call between the user and the recipient. If the predetermined amount of time elapses without the user making a selection of an option or if the user has explicitly indicated a desire to establish the call, the call may be established

12-11-2014

Patent applications by Dane Blackwell, Calgary CA

David Andrew Blackwell, Asbury Park, NJ US

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20130268458

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IDENTIFYING RELEVANT ENTITIES - A system, method and non-transitory computer readable storage medium for storing data for a plurality of entities, the data including values for a plurality of characteristics of each of the entities, receiving an identification of one of the entities as a target entity, calculating a distance from the target entity to each other entity not identified as the target entity, wherein the distance is calculated based on the values of the characteristics for the target entity and each of the other entities and identifying a predetermined number of the other entities as relevant entities, wherein the identifying is based on the distance calculated for each of the other entities.

10-10-2013

David K. Blackwell, Murray, UT US

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20130146175

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INFLATABLE AVALANCHE PROTECTION - One embodiment of the present invention relates to a method for inflating a chamber within an inflatable avalanche safety system. The method includes providing an inflatable avalanche safety system including an inflatable chamber; receiving a user-triggered action intended to activate the avalanche safety system; transmitting ambient air from an external region to within the inflatable chamber; and inflating the inflatable chamber entirely with the transmitted external ambient air to a particular internal pressure and shape configured to protect the user from burial during an avalanche. The transmission of ambient air within the inflatable chamber may be accomplished with a fan or an electrical component.

06-13-2013

20130149923

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INFLATABLE AVALANCHE PROTECTION - One embodiment of the present invention relates to an avalanche safety system including an inflatable chamber, activation system, inflation system, and a harness. The inflatable chamber is a three-dimensionally, partially enclosed region having an inflated state and a compressed state. The inflated state may form a particular three dimensional shape configured to protect the user from burial and provide flotation during an avalanche. The activation system is configured to receive a user-triggered action to activate the system. The inflation system may include an air intake, battery, fan, and internal airway channel. The inflation system is configured to transmit ambient air into the inflatable chamber. The harness may be a backpack that enables a user to transport the system while engaging in activities that may be exposed to avalanche risk. The harness may include hip straps, shoulder straps, internal compartments, etc.

06-13-2013

David Kuhlman Blackwell, Alpine, UT US

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20160015094

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR MODULAR INFLATABLE AVALANCHE PROTECTION - One embodiment of the present invention relates to an avalanche safety system including an inflatable chamber, activation system, inflation system, harness, and a container. The inflatable chamber is a three-dimensionally, partially enclosed region having an inflated state and a compressed state. The inflated state may form a particular three dimensional shape configured to protect the use from impact and/or provide flotation during an avalanche. The inflation system is configured to transmit ambient air into the inflatable chamber. The harness may be a backpack that enables a user to transport the system while engaging in activities that may be exposed to avalanche risk. The container is releasably coupled to the harness including a coupled and a separate state. The container independently includes a container chamber that is selectively enclosable by a container opening. The releasable coupling between the container and the harness may include a periphery zipper type coupling.

01-21-2016

David Kuhlmann Blackwell, Highland, UT US

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20130145528

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INFLATABLE AVALANCHE PROTECTION WITH REINFLATION - One embodiment of the present invention relates to an avalanche safety system including an inflatable chamber, activation system, inflation system, and a harness. The inflatable chamber is a three-dimensionally, partially enclosed region having an inflated state and a compressed state. The inflated state may form a particular three dimensional shape configured to protect the user from burial and provide flotation during an avalanche. The activation system is configured to receive a user-triggered action to activate the system. The activation system also includes a reinflation algorithm configured to automatically reactivate the inflation system after a period of time to maintain the inflated state of the inflatable chamber. The inflation system may include an air intake, battery, fan, and internal airway channel. The inflation system is configured to transmit ambient air into the inflatable chamber.

06-13-2013

20130145529

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INFLATABLE AVALANCHE PROTECTION WITH ACTIVE DEFLATION - One embodiment of the present invention relates to an avalanche safety system including an inflatable chamber, activation system, inflation system, and a harness. The inflatable chamber is a three-dimensionally, partially enclosed region having an inflated state and a compressed state. The inflated state may form a particular three dimensional shape configured to protect the user from impact and/or provide inverse segregation during an avalanche. The activation system is configured to receive a user-triggered action to activate the system. The inflation system is configured to transmit gas into and out of the inflatable chamber to transition between the inflated state and compressed state. The inflation system may automatically deflate or transmit the gas from the inflatable chamber external of the system. Automatic deflation of the inflatable chamber may be via a valve corresponding to a particular value such as time or three dimensional position of the user.

06-13-2013

20130149924

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INFLATABLE AVALANCHE PROTECTION WITH SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC - One embodiment of the present invention relates to an avalanche safety system including an inflatable chamber, activation system, inflation system, diagnostic system and a harness. The inflatable chamber is a three-dimensionally, partially enclosed region having an inflated state and a compressed state. The inflated state may form a particular three dimensional shape configured to protect the user from burial and provide flotation during an avalanche. The activation system is configured to receive a user-triggered action to activate the system. The inflation system may include an air intake, battery, fan, and internal airway channel. The inflation system is configured to transmit ambient air into the inflatable chamber. The diagnostic system includes a at least one sensor configured to measure a parameter corresponding to the inflation system and a display configured to visually, audibly, and/or tactilely display the parameter

06-13-2013

Deborah A. Blackwell, Tonbridge GB

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20080220448

ANTIGENIC PROTEIN CONJUGATES AND PROCESS FOR PREPARING SAME - An improved process for the preparation of antigenic protein conjugates is provided. The conjugates preferably are formed through reaction with one or more free sulfhydryl groups in the antigenic protein. The process of the present invention preferably employs a trialkylphosphine as the reducing agent and allows for reduction of disulfide bonds in the antigenic protein and conjugation with a conjugate moiety, preferably in a single reaction vessel (i.e. “in situ”) because the process optimally does not require the removal of the reducing agent before subsequent addition of the sulfhydryl reactive agent. Antigenic protein conjugates prepared by the in situ process and their use in diagnostic immunoassays are also provided.

09-11-2008

Deborah A. Blackwell, Tonbridge Kent GB

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20100151490

Antigenic Protein Conjugates and Process for Preparing Same - An improved process for the preparation of antigenic protein conjugates is provided. The conjugates preferably are formed through reaction with one or more free sulfhydryl groups in the antigenic protein. The process of the present invention preferably employs a trialkylphosphine as the reducing agent and allows for reduction of disulfide bonds in the antigenic protein and conjugation with a conjugate moiety, preferably in a single reaction vessel (i.e. “in situ”) because the process optimally does not require the removal of the reducing agent before subsequent addition of the sulfhydryl reactive agent. Antigenic protein conjugates prepared by the in situ process and their use in diagnostic immunoassays are also provided.

06-17-2010

Geoffrey T. Blackwell, Vernon, VT US

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20130192241

GAS TURBINE ENGINE VARIABLE AREA FAN NOZZLE CONTROL - A method of managing a gas turbine engine operating line includes detecting an air speed and a fan speed. A data table is referenced that includes a desired variable area fan nozzle position based upon air speed and fan speed. The detected air speed and detected fan speed are compared to the data table to determine a target variable area fan nozzle position. An actual variable area fan nozzle position is adjusted to the target variable area fan nozzle position.

08-01-2013

20130192247

GAS TURBINE ENGINE VARIABLE AREA FAN NOZZLE WITH ICE MANAGEMENT - A method of managing a gas turbine engine variable area fan nozzle includes the steps of evaluating an icing condition to determine the likelihood of ice presence. A variable area fan nozzle position is altered if ice is likely present or actually present. The gas turbine engine includes a fan nacelle including a flap configured to be moveable between first and second positions. An actuator is operatively coupled to the flap. A controller is configured to evaluate an icing condition to determine the likelihood of ice presence. The controller is configured to alter a variable area fan nozzle position schedule if ice is likely present by providing a command to the actuator to adjust the flap from the first position to the second position.

08-01-2013

20150315976

GAS TURBINE ENGINE VARIABLE AREA FAN NOZZLE CONTROL - A method of managing a gas turbine engine includes the steps of detecting an airspeed and detecting a fan speed. A parameter relationship is referenced related to a desired variable area fan nozzle position based upon at least airspeed and fan speed. The detected airspeed and detected fan speed is compared to the parameter relationship to determine a target variable area fan nozzle position. An actual variable area fan nozzle position is adjusted in response to the determination of the target area fan nozzle position and at least one threshold.

11-05-2015

Gordan Blackwell, Konstanz DE

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20120115973

Radical Polymerization Inhibitors for Light-Curable Dental Materials - The invention relates to light-curable dental materials comprising at least one polymerizable compound having at least one ethylenically unsaturated bond and a hexaarylbisimidazole, e.g. as a photopolymerization initiator. The invention also relates to the use of a hexaarylbisimidazole polymerization initiator in light curable dental materials and also to cured dental materials obtainable by light-curing the light-curable dental materials of the invention.

HARDENING COMPOSITION - A hardening composition comprising a particulate glass, said glass comprising 10-35% by weight of silica, 10-35% by weight of alumina, 3-30% by weight of zinc oxide, 4-30% by weight of P

Grant Blackwell, Winterbourne Down GB

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20110077682

Hemorrhage Control Devices and Methods - The present invention is directed to a composition comprising a plurality of small, liquid-expandable articles and their use to induce hemostasis when applied to bleeding wounds.

03-31-2011

20150057696

HEMORRHAGE CONTROL DEVICES AND METHODS - Embodiments herein comprise a hemostatic composition comprising a plurality of liquid expandable articles capable of expanding upon contact with a liquid. A suitable composition comprises a plurality of liquid-expandable articles that may be mechanically uncoupled from one another and therefore may be capable of moving independently from one another. The plurality of liquid-expandable articles may comprise a compressed material capable of a high-degree of expansion upon liquid contact.

02-26-2015

Hattie Blackwell US

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20130249374

PASSIVE PHASE CHANGE RADIATORS FOR LED LAMPS AND FIXTURES - Heat management devices and structures are disclosed that can be used in lamps having solid state light sources such as one or more LEDs. Some lamp embodiments comprise one or more phase change radiators that utilize the latent heat of fluids to circulate and draw heat away from the LEDs and radiate the heat into the ambient, allowing for the LEDs to operate at a lower temperature. Some phase change radiators according to the present invention can comprise a main radiator body and multiple radiator coolant loops mounted to the body. The present invention relies on the circulation of heated fluid through the radiator body to radiate heat from the LEDs. The heated liquid moves away from the LEDs and is circulated back to thermal contact with the LEDs thought the coolant loops.

09-26-2013

Helen Blackwell, Middleton, WI US

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20130136782

Inhibition and Dispersion of Bacterial Biofilms with 2-Aminobenzimidazole Derivatives - Compounds described herein inhibit biofilm formation or disperse pre-formed biofilms of Gram-negative bacteria. Biofilm-inhibitory compounds can be encapsulated or contained in a polymer matrix for controlled release. Coatings, films, multilayer films, hydrogels, microspheres and nanospheres as well as pharmaceutical compositions and disinfecting compositions containing biofilm-inhibitory compounds are also provided. Methods for inhibiting formation of biofilms or dispersing already formed biofilms are provided. Methods for treating infections of gram-negative bacteria which form biofilms, particularly those of

James Blackwell, Salina, KS US

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20150034419

ADJUSTABLE PLATFORM ASSEMBLY FOR ATTACHING TO TREE - An adjustable platform assembly attaches to a tree to provide a hunting dog perch or a seat for a hunter. The assembly includes a tree hugging subassembly having first and second padded tree engaging members connected together by a hinge, and strap fasteners connected to outer side edges of the tree engaging members for securing the assembly to a tree. A first frame member is attached to the tree hugging subassembly and is pivotally adjustable about a first axis that extends generally perpendicular to the tree and perpendicular to a first plane. A second frame member is attached to the first frame member and is adjustable about a second axis that extends generally parallel with the first plane. A platform attached to the second frame member can be adjusted to a desired horizontal orientation by adjusting the first and second frame members about the first and second axes.

02-05-2015

20150060205

DOG STEP ATTACHMENT FOR RECEIVER HITCH OF PICKUP TRUCK - A dog step attachment attaches to a receiver hitch of a pickup truck to provide an intermediate step for assisting a dog in jumping into the bed of the pickup truck. The attachment includes a first frame member received in the receiver hitch, a second frame member pivotally connected to a rearward end of the first frame member, a third frame member connected to the second frame member, and a platform attached to and supported by the third frame member. The second frame member is movable relative to the first frame member between a folded down position for use as a dog step and a folded up position for transport. Springs are used to hold the second frame member in over-center conditions in the folded down and folded up positions. Adjustments are provided for accommodating different heights of receiver hitches and pickup beds.

03-05-2015

James M. Blackwell, Portand, OR US

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20130249049

CYCLIC CARBOSILANE DIELECTRIC FILMS - Embodiments of the invention provide dielectric films and low-k dielectric films and methods for making dielectric and low-k dielectric films. Dielectric films are made from carbosilane-containing precursors. In embodiments of the invention, dielectric film precursors comprise attached porogen molecules. In further embodiments, dielectric films have nanometer-dimensioned pores.

09-26-2013

Jeffrey Blackwell, Maumelle, AR US

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20140366413

Pad of Labels and Labels for Use on Store Shelves in a Retail Environment - A pad of labels and labels for use on store shelves in a retail environment. The pad of labels include labels with adhesive strips applied to a bottom surface of each label and a top laminate layer with a release coating applied to the top surface of each label. The labels in the pad are sequenced according to a store's planogram.

12-18-2014

20140366414

PAD OF LABELS HAVING AN ACCORDION-LIKE APPEARANCE FOR USE ON STORE SHELVES IN A RETAIL ENVIRONMENT - A pad of labels and labels for use on store shelves in a retail environment. The pad of labels include labels with adhesive strips applied to a bottom surface of each label and a top laminate layer with a release coating applied to the top surface of each label. The labels in the pad are sequenced according to a store's planogram. When viewed in profile, an embodiment resembles an accordion-like shape when the uppermost label in the pad is gently pulled. Another embodiment resembles a spiral-like shape.

Pad of Labels for Use on Store Shelves in a Retail Environment - A pad of labels for use on store shelves in a retail environment. The pad of labels include labels with adhesive strips applied to a bottom surface of each label and a top laminate layer with a release coating applied to the top surface of each label. The labels in the pad are sequenced according to a store's planogram.

12-18-2014

20140367956

Methods And Systems For Organizing, Handling, And Installing Shelf Labels, Signs And Strips In A Retail Environment - Various methods and systems for manufacturing and using shelf labels, signs, and strips in a retail establishment are disclosed that employ self-adherent stacks of shelf display materials. Some display materials include an ordered set of a plurality of individual display materials. Each of the individual display materials is releasably adhered to an adjacent individual display material in the ordered set, whereby forming a pad. The ordered set is arranged in a predetermined sequence of installation for each of the individual display materials in a retail environment. In another embodiment, a pad of shelf labels includes a plurality of sheets and releasable adhesive. Each sheet includes a single shelf label having a unique combination of product-identifying indicia and price information, and the releasable adhesive adheres each sheet to an adjacent sheet in a stacked configuration. The sheets are ordered in a predetermined sequence of installation in a retail environment.

12-18-2014

John Blackwell, Ely GB

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20130141803

APPARATUS FOR COLLECTION OF CATHODOLUMINESCENCE SIGNALS - A side entry TEM holder incorporates a miniature tilted off axis elliptical mirror to collect cathodoluminescence from the specimen and couple it efficiently into a tilted fiber optic integrated into the holder. The design is compatible with the cryogenic operation of the holder. TEM specimens are partially transparent to the electron beam, and so light can be emitted above and below the specimen. The same principle of off-axis mirror and tilted fiber can be utilized to collect light from above and below the specimen yet fit into the very confined space required by insertion through the goniometer and for operation between narrow gap pole pieces. With a dual system, the emission of light from above the specimen can be compared to that from below thereby enhancing the versatility of the analytical technique.

06-06-2013

Kathi Blackwell, London CA

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20140124550

TOTE APPARATUS - A tote apparatus to enable a user to carry at least one article. The tote apparatus includes a handle portion and one or more receptacle portions secured to the handle portion, for at least partially defining one or more pockets located between the receptacle portion(s) and the handle portion. The tote apparatus also includes one or more divider elements for at least partially dividing the pocket into two or more compartments. The divider element extends between an inner side thereof secured or releasably attachable to the handle portion, and an outer side thereof releasably attachable or secured to the receptacle portion.

05-08-2014

Lea M. Blackwell, Fort Myers, FL US

POST-OPERATIVE COMPRESSION BRA AND DRAIN APRON - A post-operative compression bra (1) having an opening located between two portions, a front right portion (2) and a front left portion (3) that are secured together using strap clips (9) that allow pressure being exerted by the bra on a patient to be adjusted. Rounded notches (19) are located on an upper edge (17) of a right side portion (12) and a left side portion (13) to prevent the side portions from coming into contact with a patient's lymph nodes. The side portions and a rear portion (20) may also be partially constructed out of a mesh material to allow for air flow to the skin. A drain apron (30) provides storage for drain bulbs (32).

10-09-2014

Lee Blackwell, Wettenhall GB

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20150351493

FOOTWEAR WITH TRACTION ELEMENTS - The invention relates to articles of footwear having traction elements, and systems and methods for manufacturing same. An example shoe includes an upper and a sole plate, the sole plate including a lower surface adapted for ground contact having a first sole portion including first traction elements, the first traction elements having a distal end and a side wall with extensions extending from a central core, and a second sole portion including second traction elements, the second traction elements having at least one geometrical feature differing in one or more aspects from a corresponding geometrical feature of the first traction elements.

12-10-2015

Lee Edward Blackwell, Nottingham GB

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20120149873

METHOD FOR PURIFYING ALBUMIN - An improved method for purifying albumin, a variant or fragment thereof, a fusion protein comprising albumin, a variant or fragment thereof, or a conjugate comprising albumin, a variant or fragment thereof is disclosed.

06-14-2012

Lee Edward Blackwell, Nottinghamshire GB

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20110294988

Purification Process - A process for purifying a transferrin solution and the product of the purification process. A process for producing transferrin and the product of the production process. Use of the transferrin in cell culture, as a pharmaceutical ingredient, as a pharmaceutical product and in a cell culture medium.

12-01-2011

Leonard Francis Blackwell, Manawatu NZ

Megan H. Blackwell, Boston, MA US

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20150036005

METHODS AND APPARATUS FOR TRUE HIGH DYNAMIC RANGE IMAGING - When imaging bright objects, a conventional detector array can saturate, making it difficult to produce an image with a dynamic range that equals the scene's dynamic range. Conversely, a digital focal plane array (DFPA) with one or more m-bit counters can produce an image whose dynamic range is greater than the native dynamic range. In one example, the DFPA acquires a first image over a relatively brief integration period at a relatively low gain setting. The DFPA then acquires a second image over longer integration period and/or a higher gain setting. During this second integration period, counters may roll over, possibly several times, to capture a residue modulus m of the number of counts (as opposed to the actual number of counts). A processor in or coupled to the DFPA generates a high-dynamic range image based on the first image and the residues modulus m.

02-05-2015

Michael Blackwell, Milton, MA US

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20120310703

TARGETED CONTENT DELIVERY USING OUTDOOR LIGHTING NETWORKS (OLNs) - This invention describes a system and method to provide a service to advertisers and businesses that enables adaptation of advertising priorities using information collected by a lighting infrastructure. The system uses outdoor lighting networks to manage/control data sensors connected to a network, e.g. hosted at lighting units. This invention enables new business scenarios where operators and/or owners of the city's lighting infrastructure can provide a value added service or generate revenue from ad providers and local businesses by leveraging the data acquired through the lighting and adjacent infrastructure (e.g. sensors) to help the businesses to increase their advertising performance/targets; particularly, with respect to Location Based Services (LBS).

12-06-2012

Nathan S. Blackwell, Hillsboro, OR US

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20140365832

TECHNIQUES AND CONFIGURATIONS FOR COMMUNICATION BETWEEN DEVICES - Techniques and configurations are disclosed herein for communication between devices. In some embodiments, a bus for communication between first and second devices may include a transmit buffer and one or more processing devices. The one or more processing devices may be configured to receive first asynchronous data from an operating system, running on a central processing unit of the first device, on an operating system signal path; transmit the first asynchronous data from the first device to the second device on a command signal path; transmit first data from the transmit buffer to the second device at a first fixed packet frequency on a transmit signal path; and receive data from the second device at a second fixed packet frequency on a receive signal path different from the transmit signal path. Other embodiments may be disclosed and/or claimed.

12-11-2014

Nigel Blackwell, Lake Forest, CA US

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20150382027

VEHICLE ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM - A vehicle entertainment system including a server storing media files, and smart monitors. Each smart monitor presents media selections corresponding to the media files and receives an input from passengers for playing a selection. Each smart monitor includes local content storage storing a subset of the media files. A network connects the smart monitors and server. Program logic executed by each smart monitor performs tasks including determining if a media file corresponding to an input is available from a first source, and if available, playing the media file from the first source; if the media file is not available there, determining if the media file required is available from a second source and if available, playing the media file from the second source; and if the media file is not available from the second source, determining if the media file is available from a third source.

Oliver Blackwell, Somerset GB

Richard Blackwell, Warsaw, IN US

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20150366587

JOINT DISTRACTION SYSTEM - An external fixation system for adjusting a load occurring at a joint connecting a first bone to a second bone. The external fixation system includes a first bone clamp to connect to the first bone, a second bone clamp to connect to the second bone, and a pivot assembly to operatively connect the first bone clamp and to the second bone clamp. The pivot assembly includes a first pivot body pivotably coupled to a second pivot body at a pivot axis, wherein one of the first pivot body and the second pivot body includes an adjustment mechanism configured to adjust the position of one of the first pivot body and the second pivot body with respect to the other of the first pivot body and the second pivot body at other than the pivot axis.

12-24-2015

Richard Ivey Blackwell, Katy, TX US

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20140069624

FABRICS AND OTHER SUBSTRATES WITH ENHANCED COOLING - An article made up of a substrate which has a polymer coating applied to at least one of its surfaces, wherein the polymer coating forms an interrupted pattern such that at least 10% to 80% of the substrate surface remains uncoated, and wherein the polymer coating comprises a moisture permeable polymer.

03-13-2014

Robert Blackwell, Coralville, IA US

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20140096983

FORWARD ROTATING TRANSPORT AXLE - A forward folding implement is provided. The implement includes a telescoping tongue to allow forward folding wings of the implement. At one end of the tongue are positioned transport wheels that are used to level the height of the frame during planting to keep the row units at determined heights of the single plant uniform depth, while also providing a support for the implement during transport of the implement. A transport wheel rotating assembly is provided to rotate the transport wheels about a pivot point such that the transport wheels will adjust the height of the implement, and also increase or decrease the length of the wheelbase between the tractor tires and the transport tires to increase the maneuverability and transportability of the implement both within a field and outside a field. The assembly includes a linkage and a cylinder connected to the implement.

04-10-2014

20150101519

AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND APPARATUS FOR AG BASED OPERATIONS - The use of self-powered, autonomous vehicles in agricultural and other domestic applications is provided. The vehicles include a self-propelled drive system, tracks or wheels operatively connected to the drive system, a power supply operatively connected to the drive system, an attachment mechanism for attaching equipment to the vehicle, and an intelligent control operatively connected to the drive system, power supply, and attachment mechanism. The vehicle is configured to connect to the equipment to perform agricultural operations based upon the equipment. Multiple vehicles can be used in a field at the same time. Furthermore, the invention includes the ability to move one or more of the autonomous vehicles from field to field, home to field, or from generally any first location to a second location.

04-16-2015

20150105962

AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND APPARATUS FOR AG BASED OPERATIONS - The use of self-powered, autonomous vehicles in agricultural and other domestic applications is provided. The vehicles include a self-propelled drive system, tracks or wheels operatively connected to the drive system, a power supply operatively connected to the drive system, an attachment mechanism for attaching equipment to the vehicle, and an intelligent control operatively connected to the drive system, power supply, and attachment mechanism. The vehicle is configured to connect to the equipment to perform agricultural operations based upon the equipment. Multiple vehicles can be used in a field at the same time. Furthermore, the invention includes the ability to move one or more of the autonomous vehicles from field to field, home to field, or from generally any first location to a second location.

04-16-2015

20150105963

AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND APPARATUS FOR AG BASED OPERATIONS - The use of self-powered, autonomous vehicles in agricultural and other domestic applications is provided. The vehicles include a self-propelled drive system, tracks or wheels operatively connected to the drive system, a power supply operatively connected to the drive system, an attachment mechanism for attaching equipment to the vehicle, and an intelligent control operatively connected to the drive system, power supply, and attachment mechanism. The vehicle is configured to connect to the equipment to perform agricultural operations based upon the equipment. Multiple vehicles can be used in a field at the same time. Furthermore, the invention includes the ability to move one or more of the autonomous vehicles from field to field, home to field, or from generally any first location to a second location.

04-16-2015

20150105965

AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS, METHODS, AND APPARATUS FOR AG BASED OPERATIONS - The use of self-powered, autonomous vehicles in agricultural and other domestic applications is provided. The vehicles include a self-propelled drive system, tracks or wheels operatively connected to the drive system, a power supply operatively connected to the drive system, an attachment mechanism for attaching equipment to the vehicle, and an intelligent control operatively connected to the drive system, power supply, and attachment mechanism. The vehicle is configured to connect to the equipment to perform agricultural operations based upon the equipment. Multiple vehicles can be used in a field at the same time. Furthermore, the invention includes the ability to move one or more of the autonomous vehicles from field to field, home to field, or from generally any first location to a second location.

04-16-2015

20150223392

PLANTER WITH SEED DELIVERY APPARATUS - An agricultural implement is provided that includes a number of row units. The row units include one or more seed meters for receiving, singulating, and dispensing seed to the ground such that preferred spacing of subsequent seed is attained. Seed delivery systems are included to aid in transporting the seed from the seed meter to the ground in a controlled manner to mitigate skips and to aid in controlling the spacing of the seeds, which can be based upon the ground speed of the implement as it moves through the field. The seed delivery systems can control the transport of the seed to a furrow in the field such that the seed can experience zero or near zero relative velocity so that the seed will have little to no movement once positioned in the furrow.

08-13-2015

20150373904

ROW UNIT WITH TRACKS - An agricultural planter is provided that includes a plurality of row units attached thereto for planting seed in a field. The row units include a seed meter for singulating and dispensing seed. Opening wheels or discs are included to create an opening in the field, such as a furrow. The row unit can include one or more continuous tracks for supporting the row unit as it moves through the field. The tracks reduce compaction around the created furrow and provide better control of seed depth placement. Furthermore, one or more cylinders may be provided that control the depth of furrow being created to also control the depth at which the seed is deposited.

12-31-2015

Robin J. Blackwell, Redhill GB

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20120059898

NETWORK ESTABLISHMENT AND MANAGEMENT PROTOCOL - The invention relates to a protocol for communications between networked devices. The devices are logically arranged as a hierarchy of device types including a controller device type (

03-08-2012

20130144972

NETWORK ESTABLISHMENT AND MANAGEMENT PROTOCOL - The invention relates to a protocol for communications between networked devices. The devices are logically arranged as a hierarchy of device types including a controller device type from which no other device type depends and a basic device type from which a number of other device types depend. The devices implement a simple device description message of fixed length and format which includes the device type, and some devices further implement an extended device description message including additional information.

Ronald Blackwell, Timberlake, NC US

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20130249374

PASSIVE PHASE CHANGE RADIATORS FOR LED LAMPS AND FIXTURES - Heat management devices and structures are disclosed that can be used in lamps having solid state light sources such as one or more LEDs. Some lamp embodiments comprise one or more phase change radiators that utilize the latent heat of fluids to circulate and draw heat away from the LEDs and radiate the heat into the ambient, allowing for the LEDs to operate at a lower temperature. Some phase change radiators according to the present invention can comprise a main radiator body and multiple radiator coolant loops mounted to the body. The present invention relies on the circulation of heated fluid through the radiator body to radiate heat from the LEDs. The heated liquid moves away from the LEDs and is circulated back to thermal contact with the LEDs thought the coolant loops.

09-26-2013

Sam D. Blackwell, Austin, TX US

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20150295353

LOCKING MECHANISM FOR CABLES AND CONNECTORS IN HAZARDOUS LOCATIONS - This technology includes a device designed to retain a cable or cable connector when connected to a receptacle. The device is composed of a base bracket that interfaces with a receptacle or receptacle housing and cable bracket that interfaces with a cable or cable connector. A tool may be required to disconnect the brackets or free the cable from the receptacle.

10-15-2015

Sandel Blackwell, Shawnee Mission, KS US

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20150264167

METHOD TO PROVIDE AD HOC AND PASSWORD PROTECTED DIGITAL AND VOICE NETWORKS - A method and system includes the ability for individuals to set up an ad hoc digital and voice network easily and rapidly to allow users to coordinate their activities by eliminating the need for pre-entry of data into a web or identifying others by name, phone numbers or email. This method is especially useful for police, fire fighters, military, first responders or other emergency situations for coordinating different organizations at the scene of a disaster to elevate conventional communication problems either up and down the chain of command or cross communication between different emergency units. The method and system provides that the users are only required to enter a specific Server IP address and an ad hoc event name, a password and perhaps the name of the particular unit.

09-17-2015

20150319296

METHOD OF PROVIDING A CELLULAR PHONE/PDA COMMUNICATION SYSTEM - A cellular, PDA communication device and communication system for allowing a plurality of cellular phone users to monitor each others' locations and status, to initiate cellular phone calls by touching a symbol on the touch screen display with a stylus which can also include point to call conferencing calling. Each participant's cellular phone PDA device includes GPS navigation receiver with application software for point to call cellular phone initiation to participants and geographical entities including vehicles, persons or events, conference calls and video transfers. The method and system also includes automatic shifting from GPRS/EDGE/CDMA/1XEVDO to SMS when any of the cellular phones in the communication network is in the voice mode and in use and for automatic shifting back to GPRS/EDGE/CDMA/1XEVDO upon completion of the voice phone call.

11-05-2015

20150319297

METHOD OF PROVIDING A CELLULAR PHONE/PDA COMMUNICATION SYSTEM - A cellular, PDA communication device and communication system for allowing a plurality of cellular phone users to monitor each others' locations and status, to initiate cellular phone calls by touching a symbol on the touch screen display with a stylus which can also include point to call conferencing calling. Each participant's cellular phone PDA device includes GPS navigation receiver with application software for point to call cellular phone initiation to participants and geographical entities including vehicles, persons or events, conference calls and video transfers. The method and system also includes automatic shifting from GPRS/EDGE/CDMA/1XEVDO to SMS when any of the cellular phones in the communication network is in the voice mode and in use and for automatic shifting back to GPRS/EDGE/CDMA/1XEVDO upon completion of the voice phone call.

11-05-2015

20150319789

METHOD TO PROVIDE AD HOC AND PASSWORD PROTECTED DIGITAL AND VOICE NETWORKS - A method and system includes the ability for individuals to set up an ad hoc digital and voice network easily and rapidly to allow users to coordinate their activities by eliminating the need for pre-entry of data into a web or identifying others by name, phone numbers or email. This method is especially useful for police, fire fighters, military, first responders or other emergency situations for coordinating different organizations at the scene of a disaster to elevate conventional communication problems either up and down the chain of command or cross communication between different emergency units. The method and system provides that the users are only required to enter a specific Server IP address and an ad hoc event name, a password and perhaps the name of the particular unit.

11-05-2015

Simon Blackwell, St. Louis, MO US

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20130060534

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR VALIDATING AND CUSTOMIZING OLIGONUCLEOTIDES SEQUENCES - A system and method is provided to customize and validate an oligonucleotide plate and/or tube design. A graphical user interface enables a user to submit oligo design data in a series of steps. One or more rules are used to validate the oligo plate design data as it is submitted. The graphical user interface also enables the user to modify oligonucleotide design data to correct errors and/or to obtain a valid oligonucleotide plate design.

03-07-2013

Stephanie Jo Blackwell, Kirkland, WA US

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Description

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20140255371

Physical Optimization Beverage - The present invention provides novel methods of making a non-corrosive base solution for use as an alkalinity increasing agent and/or antioxidant. The compositions and methods described herein are useful for optimizing health and performance; preventing illness; decreasing recovery times from exertion, illness, and injury; increasing energy levels; improving exercise performance; improving hydration; preventing muscle damage after exercise; and increasing stamina during exercise. The present invention further provides novel compositions and methods which can be used to provide relief from disorders related to or complicated by acidosis or excessive free radical or other reactive oxygen species production.

09-11-2014

20140255465

Process For The Preparation Of A Non-Corrosive Base Solution And Methods Of Using Same - The present invention provides novel methods of making a non-corrosive base solution for use as an alkalinity increasing agent and/or antioxidant. The present invention further provides novel compositions and methods which can be used to provide relief from acidosis, acidemia, and disorders related to or complicated by acidosis or excessive free radical or other reactive oxygen species production in mammalian subjects.

09-11-2014

20150272989

Physical Optimization Beverage - The present invention provides novel methods of making a non-corrosive base solution for use as an alkalinity increasing agent and/or antioxidant. The compositions and methods described herein are useful for optimizing health and performance; preventing illness; decreasing recovery times from exertion, illness, and injury; increasing energy levels; improving exercise performance; improving hydration; preventing muscle damage after exercise; and increasing stamina during exercise. The present invention further provides novel compositions and methods which can be used to provide relief from disorders related to or complicated by acidosis or excessive free radical or other reactive oxygen species production.

10-01-2015

20150272990

PROCESS FOR THE PREPARATION OF A NON-CORROSIVE BASE SOLUTION AND METHODS OF USING SAME - The present invention provides novel methods of making a non-corrosive base solution for use as an alkalinity increasing agent and/or antioxidant. The present invention further provides novel compositions and methods which can be used to provide relief from acidosis, acidemia, and disorders related to or complicated by acidosis or excessive free radical or other reactive oxygen species production in mammalian subjects.

10-01-2015

Stephanie Lynn Blackwell, Indianapolis, IN US

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20130146205

DISPOSABLE COUNTERTOP PROTECTION - A flexible, polymeric, self-adhering, disposable film and delivery system for countertop protection during food preparation. The film or sheet is constructed and arranged to temporarily and releasably adhere to an upper surface of the countertop to cover enough of the food-preparation surface in order to protect that surface from any particulates coming from food preparation activity. In one form, multiple film sheets are packaged together by stacking the individual sheets or by forming a continuous roll of sheets. The continuous roll of sheets are separable into individual sheets by means of a perforated score line or by cutting such as with scissors or other tools. One or more perforated score lines can be formed in the roll of sheets thereby forming a pattern of score lines for creating a wide variety of sizes and shape options for the individual sheets from a single roll of sheets.

06-13-2013

Steven R. Blackwell, Harvest, AL US

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Description

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20130219060

REMOTE ACCESS APPLIANCE HAVING MSS FUNCTIONALITY - A remote access appliance is disclosed for facilitating communications between a managed device and a user located remotely from the appliance and from the managed device. The appliance may have a processor adapted to facilitate the communication of keyboard, video and mouse information between the appliance and the managed device. A manageability subsystem may be incorporated for communicating with the managed device and collecting information concerning operation of the managed device, without the need to first transmit the information over a network.

08-22-2013

20130227136

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING AND MANAGING DATA CENTER RESOURCES IN REAL TIME - In one aspect the present disclosure relates to a remote access appliance for facilitating communications between a managed device and a user located remotely from the managed device. The appliance may have a processor adapted to facilitate the communication of keyboard, video and mouse information between the appliance and the managed device. A rack data unit (RDU) subsystem may be used which is adapted to manage communications with, and to receive sensor data directly from, at least one remotely located sensor located at the managed device, without the need to transmit the sensor data over a network. An interface may also be used for interfacing the appliance to the managed device.

08-29-2013

20140025968

SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR MONITORING AND MANAGING DATA CENTER RESOURCES IN REAL TIME - A system for monitoring, controlling and optimizing power usage and cooling utilization within a data center infrastructure. The system may make use of a subsystem which is adapted to obtain real time information on both facility devices and information technology (IT) devices. The subsystem may be used to evaluate the real time information to provide an alert and diagnostic information with respect to at least one of the facility devices or at least one of the IT devices. The subsystem may also make use of a mechanism that provides real time control over at least one of the facility devices or at least one of the IT devices to optimize at least one of cooling utilization, power usage or performance of at least one of the facility devices or at least one of the IT devices.

01-23-2014

20150373038

CYBER SECURITY MONITORING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR DATA CENTER COMPONENTS - A security monitoring system is disclosed which is adapted for use with a component having a service processor. The system may use a device configured to communicate with the component. A network may be used which is dedicated to communicating with the service processor for routing only data concerning performance or health of the component. The device may also use at least one sub-system for analyzing the data concerning health or performance of the component to determine if a security threat has affected operation of the component.

12-24-2015

Patent applications by Steven R. Blackwell, Harvest, AL US

Thomas Blackwell, Crossroads, TX US

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20150245516

ROTORCRAFT WITH INTEGRATED LIGHT PIPE SUPPORT MEMBERS - A radio controlled model rotorcraft implemented with features improving ease of flight and flight performance by increasing structural stability, increasing rotorcraft visibility and orientation awareness through the use of multifunctioning, configurable, and aesthetically pleasing components, while also increasing resistance to damage from crashes through use of impact and vibration absorbing components.

08-27-2015

20150360778

ROTORCRAFT WITH INTEGRATED LIGHT PIPE SUPPORT MEMBERS - A radio controlled model rotorcraft implemented with features improving ease of flight and flight performance by increasing structural stability, increasing rotorcraft visibility and orientation awareness through the use of multifunctioning, configurable, and aesthetically pleasing components, while also increasing resistance to damage from crashes through use of impact and vibration absorbing components.

12-17-2015

Thomas H. Blackwell, Piedmont, SC US

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20130154296

Mobile Treatment, Diagnostic and Minor Surgery Facility - The invention is directed to a mobile medical facility capable of treating, diagnosing and performing minor surgery on multiple patients at one time. In general, the facility includes a health care area which is interchangeable between a first transportable configuration and a second, operational configuration. In the operational configuration, the health care area is expanded and capable of providing general care or diagnostic facilities to multiple patients as well as registration, counseling and triage to at least one patient. Preferable a row of patient treatment bays are provided with intake, counseling and triage cubicles and storage areas.

06-20-2013

20140246876

Mobile Treatment, Diagnostic and Minor Surgery Facility - The invention is directed to a mobile medical facility capable of treating, diagnosing and performing minor surgery on multiple patients at one time. In general, the facility includes a health care area which is interchangeable between a first transportable configuration and a second, operational configuration. In the operational configuration, the health care area is expanded and capable of providing general care or diagnostic facilities to multiple patients as well as registration, counseling and triage to at least one patient. Preferable a row of patient treatment bays are provided with intake, counseling and triage cubicles and storage areas.

Tony Blackwell, Haw River, NC US

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20130152758

ENTRY TOOL AND METHODS FOR USE FOR TUBES OR CABLES - Devices and methods are disclosed for gaining access to optical fibers contained within a fiber optic cable. Specifically, a cable entry tool can include a first jaw that can have a substantially V-shaped first channel formed therein, a first cutting element extending into the first channel and movable to any of a variety of depths, a second jaw positioned opposing the first jaw and that can have a substantially V-shaped second channel formed therein, and a second cutting element extending into the second channel and movable to any of a variety of depths. The first channel and the second channel can be movable with respect to each other for receiving therebetween a buffer tube having any of a variety of tube diameters.

06-20-2013

Walter Blackwell, Bethesda, MD US

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20140280971

MOBILE DATA TRIANGULATION SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR INDEXING, ACCESSING AND ROUTING NETWORK RESOURCES - The present disclosure generally relates to a software-based computer network-resource management platform (system and method) that uses mobile and deployed devices to capture and transmit an event for instant conversion into an instrument by which to pursue the actionable or acquirable element of the event. Hereto, mobile phones and other network devices supply the resource management system the “triangulatable” data necessary for it to allocate, personalize and activate network resources in support of evolutionary needs; needs that are often subject to changing states—some of which dynamically transition from simple to complex states.

09-18-2014

Walter Raymond Blackwell, Keller, TX US

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20130204256

Deflectable Finger Connection Feature on Surgical Saw Blade - A surgical cutting blade for cutting bone material when the blade is coupled to a hand-held surgical saw includes a distal portion comprising a plurality of cutting teeth, a shank portion adjacent the distal portion, and a proximal portion adjacent the shank portion. The proximal portion may include a longitudinally extending slot having a proximal opening. The slot may be shaped to receive a portion of the surgical saw through the proximal opening. The proximal portion may have a plurality of deflectable fingers respectively separated from a plurality of main body portions by respective gaps. The plurality of deflectable fingers may extend adjacent the longitudinally extending slot, and may deflect into the gaps to increase and decrease a width of a portion of the slot.

08-08-2013

20150128402

Deflectable Finger Connection Feature On Surgical Saw Blade - A surgical cutting blade for cutting bone material when the blade is coupled to a hand-held surgical saw includes a distal portion comprising a plurality of cutting teeth, a shank portion adjacent the distal portion, and a proximal portion adjacent the shank portion. The proximal portion may include a longitudinally extending slot having a proximal opening. The slot may be shaped to receive a portion of the surgical saw through the proximal opening. The proximal portion may have a plurality of deflectable fingers respectively separated from a plurality of main body portions by respective gaps. The plurality of deflectable fingers may extend adjacent the longitudinally extending slot, and may deflect into the gaps to increase and decrease a width of a portion of the slot.

05-14-2015

Worth Thomas Blackwell, St. Petersburg, FL US

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Description

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20140108057

INSURANCE INSTRUMENT, INSURANCE COVERAGE, AND METHOD OF USE THEREOF - A new type of insurance instrument, insurance coverage, or method of offering insurance instruments and coverage to facilitate bodily injury settlements by creating a product designed to protect the interests of primary and secondary payers of future medical costs linked with bodily injury claims.